Fantasy Wars

 PC
Metascore
67

Mixed or average reviews - based on 22 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 10 out of 22
  2. Mixed: 10 out of 22
  3. Negative: 2 out of 22
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  1. Pelit (Finland)
    88
    A true blast from the past, turn based fantasy strategy in the spirit of old classics from 90s. A bold move that succeeds. Commanding your own orc horde or mercenary army to victory through the linear campaign is simply fun, especially when the game mechanics have nothing to be ashamed of, and there’s plenty of complexity to keep you thinking. We need more of unhurried, turn based goodness like this in the future. [Nov 2007]
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  2. GamingTrend
    80
    The sounds in the game, or lack thereof, irritate me to a point, and the acting is rather subpar too, but I could hardly walk away from the game to eat.
  3. Armchair Empire
    80
    If you are still stuck on the edge of strategy games, hanging on to what you can before delving into the real-time games that seem more popular now – your are going to love this game.
  5. Gaming Nexus
    79
    A solid turn-based outing in a generic fantasy setting, Fantasy Wars offers some good, but not great, tactical fun.
  6. IGN
    78
    The turn countdown is a decent idea as well and forces players out into the field a little quicker, but can tend to cut off the chance to fully explore a map in some cases. Either way, the challenge for those that choose to try and grab the gold medal in each level is going to be pretty extreme.
  7. GamingExcellence
    76
    While Fantasy Wars may not set any new records or break the gameplay barrier, it is a solid turn-based war game with an addictive twist.
  8. GameSpot
    75
    It may be old-school, but Fantasy Wars isn't behind the times when it comes to providing satisfying, albeit spectacularly tough, turn-based strategy gameplay.
  9. GameZone
    75
    The game has a gentle learning curve that is inviting to most players. Increasing the difficulty will provide a challenge suitable to players of varying levels.
  10. PTGamers
    75
    Fantasy Wars won’t please everyone, but it’s a fairly competent game that will interest every fan of the genre.
  11. Game Chronicles
    75
    What it lacks in originality it more than makes up for in addictively fun mayhem.

Awards & Rankings

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#97 Best PC Game of 2007
75
#75 Most Discussed PC Game of 2007
76
#76 Most Shared PC Game of 2007

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User Score
8.1

Generally favorable reviews- based on 63 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 45 out of 63
  2. Mixed: 13 out of 63
  3. Negative: 5 out of 63
  1. GlennO.
    Jan 18, 2008
    8
    The AI is quite good (without "cheating") which makes this one of the most challenging turn-based games I have played in a long while. The The AI is quite good (without "cheating") which makes this one of the most challenging turn-based games I have played in a long while. The perk-tree is intriguing, albeit lacking in adequate documentation. This game will stretch your strategy muscles in good ways.… Full Review »
  2. PertsaJ.
    Oct 31, 2007
    10
    A great game for fans of good old turn-based strategies. If you liked games like Fantasy General, Battle Isle and Spellcross, you'll love this!
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    Dec 27, 2022
    7
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